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Job Detail
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Announcement GAB 08-15
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All Job Openings
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| Job Title: |
Teacher (Blind/Deaf) |
| Post Date: |
07/10/2008 |
| Apply by: |
Continuous Recruitment |
| Job ID: |
Multiple Positions |
| Location: |
Georgia Academy for the Blind,
2895 Vineville Avenue,
Macon, GA 31204 |
| Program/Unit: |
State Schools/Office of Policy and External Affairs |
| Description of Duties: |
Provides a comprehensive educational program to meet the needs of students who are visually impaired or multi-disabled in a residential school setting. Responsibilities include assessing and documenting students' educational needs to develop and implement appropriate instructional plans; developing appropriate instructional materials; and utilizing acceptable and innovative instructional techniques and practices. These positions will teach visually impaired/multi-disabled students in Early Childhood (P-5) or Middle Schools (4-8). |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Georgia Teacher Certificate in Visually Impaired. Must have knowledge of Alternative/Augmentative Communication (A/AC) and basic understanding of the use of computer technology for multi-disabled learners. |
| Preferred Qualifications: |
Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess the following:
• Master’s degree in Visually Impaired (K-12)
• Background in visual disabilities, mental retardation, behavior disorders, or interrelated special education
• Classroom experience with visually impaired or multi-disabled children
• Elementary or Secondary academic certification
• Experience working with visually impaired or special needs students |
| Salary/Benefits: |
Salary based on years of experience and certification. This is a 10-month position paid on a 12-month basis. Salary will be based on the number of days worked. Benefit options include life, disability, dental, vision, and health insurance; annual/sick leave; and Employees’ Retirement or Teachers Retirement. |
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To Apply:
Submit a Georgia Academy for the Blind Application, State of Georgia Application for Employment, or resume* to:
Personnel Office
Attn: Dorothy Arensman
School Director
Georgia Academy for the Blind
2895 Vineville Ave
Macon, GA 31204-2831
Tel: (478) 751-6083
Fax: (478) 751-6659
E-mail: darensma@doe.k12.ga.us
*Resume/application should include daytime telephone number and prior employment history with addresses and telephone numbers. If a resume is submitted, it must be accompanied by a cover letter.
Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is
established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the
qualifications will be considered. Top candidates will be contacted for
interviews. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are
selected for interviews. Due to the large volume of applications received by
this office, we are unable to provide information on your application
status.
It is the policy of the Georgia Academy for the Blind not to discriminate
on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its
employment practices.
In accordance with Public Law 99-603, also known as the Immigration Reform
and Control Act of 1986, the Department of Education employs only U.S. citizens
and lawfully authorized alien workers. All persons hired by the Georgia Academy for the Blind are required
to verify identity and employment eligibility and must agree to undergo drug screening and a criminal background investigation.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
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(404) 656-2510
(404) 657-7840
